By AZRE
The Phoenix City Council voted Wednesday to adopt the latest construction codes, marking another milestone in making Phoenix a national leader in accessibility, sustainability, and safety standards.
Among the updates are new requirements for inclusive home design that will help residents age in place and improve accessibility for people with disabilities. These code changes, developed with input from the Mayor’s Strategic Workgroup on Accessibility, will ensure that all new homes built in Phoenix include enhanced standards for some entrances, hallways, bathrooms, and household fixtures such as hardware and light switches.
“These new codes are the latest progress in our commitment to making Phoenix the most accessible city in the world. They are about designing a city that empowers everyone, whether you’re pushing a stroller or navigating life with a disability,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “By incorporating the latest inclusive home design into our building code, we’re helping residents avoid costly retrofits and promoting independence so everyone can be safer at home.”
